1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 127 (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Z weights approximately 185 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Fiat 127 (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 127 | Z |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
